Who Is Spider-Man? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Spider-Man is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Peter Benjamin Parker, with over 18,029 comic issue appearances. Peter Parker was bitten by a radioactive spider as a teenager, granting him spider-like powers. After the death of his Uncle Ben, Peter learned that "with great power, comes great responsibility." Swearing to always protect the innocent from harm, Peter Parker became Spider-Man.

Who is Spider-Man?

Origin Birth of Spider-Man Peter Benjamin Parker was born to C.I.A. agents Richard and Mary Parker , who were killed when Peter was very young. After the death of his parents, Peter was raised by his Uncle Ben and Aunt May in a modest house in Forest Hills, New York . While still in High School , Peter attended a science exhibition about radiology where he was bitten by a radioactive spider , granting him the proportionate strength and agility of a spider as well as a "Spider-Sense" that warns him of nearby danger. In order to test his new abilities - and earn some cash, Peter participated in a wrestling challenge against Crusher Hogan . He easily won the challenge and also gained the attention of the media. Afterward while backstage, Peter saw a burglar run past him but did nothing to stop him as it wasn't his problem. Later that night when Peter arrived home, he was told by a policeman that his Uncle Ben had been murdered by someone who broke into their house.

Key facts

Spider-Man is of human origin and first appeared in "Spider-Man!; The Bell Ringer; The Man in the Mummy Case; There are Martians Among Us". The character is published by Marvel. With 18,029 recorded issue appearances, Spider-Man ranks among the most featured characters in comics.